Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
verme
noun
/ˈvɛr.me/
Definition
a term in Portuguese used to describe a worm, particularly in a biological context.
Examples
- O verme se esconde sob a terra.
- Havia um verme no meu livro, mas eu consegui removê-lo.
- Ele é um verme por não ajudar os outros.
Meaning
A vermes typically refers to a small, elongated invertebrate animal that has a soft body and no limbs. They are often found in soil, decaying organic matter, or living in hosts. The term can also figuratively refer to someone considered worthless or despicable.
Synonyms
- verme (worm)
- lombriga (roundworm)
- minhoca (earthworm)